10th through 12th grade honorable mentions in the 2011 Youth Wildlife Art Contest

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ARMY OFFICER`S "IKE" JACKET WITH INSIGNIA

Last Updated on Sunday, 18 December 2011 10:36 Written by External Post Sunday, 18 December 2011 10:36

1944 dated on printed QM tag. 20th Corps patch on left shoulder, pin backMajor`s leaves are Meyer maker marked. US and Infantry collar devices, 6 place ribbon group including Purple Heart and ETO with invasion arrowhead and silver campaign star. Also PUC ribbon on right chest + 5 o/seas bars on left cuff. Clean!
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Bonhams Offers A Rare 22.87 Carat Diamond In Its Fine Jewelry Sale

Last Updated on Wednesday, 23 November 2011 04:10 Written by External Post Wednesday, 23 November 2011 04:10

Bonhams is thrilled to announce a stunning highlight to its December 13 Fine Jewelry auction, a magnificent 22.87 carat diamond solitaire ring. This is just one of a group of four exceptional jewelry pieces from a private Californian collection.

Susan Abeles, Director of Jewelry US at Bonhams, stat…
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The Crystal Connection At Bonhams Los Angeles In December

Last Updated on Monday, 14 November 2011 11:05 Written by External Post Monday, 14 November 2011 11:05

International auctioneers Bonhams will hold its winter auction of Natural History on December 11, 2011. The sale will feature a diverse group of high quality and distinctive mineral specimens, gold nuggets, lapidary works of art and gemstones, as well as exceptional examples of fossils, unusual jewelry and “phenomenal gems.” The winter auction will also introduce a section of crystals, which some believe contain metaphysical energies.<br…
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Time-Lapse Video Shows Making of Google Logo Photomosaic

Last Updated on Thursday, 13 May 2010 10:40 Written by External Post Thursday, 13 May 2010 10:40

The Google logo gets the photomosaic treatment in this time-lapse video. Apparently this is what Google staffers do for kicks: “A group of us in Google’s offices in London created the Google logo using 884 individually printed 4×6 photographs,”
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Yahoo loses another exec

Last Updated on Friday, 30 April 2010 02:40 Written by External Post Friday, 30 April 2010 02:40

There’s been another high-level departure at Yahoo. Bryan Lamkin, senior vice president for the consumer products group, is leaving the company after little more than a year on the job. “Bryan Lamkin, SVP, Consumer Products Group, has decided to leave
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National Auction Group to Auction Georgia Condominiums

Last Updated on Thursday, 22 April 2010 03:40 Written by a2e Thursday, 22 April 2010 03:40

National Auction Group announced the auction of luxurious condominium homes in Savannah, Ga., on Thursday, May 6, according to Willian Bone, President of National Auction Group.

Jones Square community situated in the heart of the Historic District is the setting for seven of the condominium homes and four more are at East Broad Place just one block off Broughton.

Bone said, “Two of the seven at Jones Square will be sold absolute, meaning regardless of price, and their spectacular locations make them all the more desirable.”

He explained that the Jones Square homes are full of high-end architectural details, including heart pine floors, 10-foot ceilings with beautiful crown molding, luxury spa bathrooms, gourmet kitchens with high end cabinetry, granite countertops, large private balconies, and more.

The fully-secured building offers an indoor swimming pool, a state of the art fitness center, underground gated parking with security cameras, a conference room as well as a concierge on staff.

East Broad Place is located on Green Square, convenient to islands and beaches and within walking distance of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) buildings and library. Available units include one, two and three bedroom condos, all with such highlights as granite countertops, hardwood floors and exposed brick walls.

“These are truly wonderful condominiums,” said Bone. “And being part of these extraordinary communities makes them even more special. This is a remarkable opportunity to bid on spectacular residential fantasies and to purchase an incomparable lifestyle.”

The condos are available for viewing daily, by appointment, from 10am to 6pm. To schedule an appointment, please call 888-440-1568 or 256-547-3434. The auction will take place at the Trustees’ Garden, located at 10 E. Broad Street.

nationalauctiongroup.com

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Group Calls For Google Antitrust Probe

Last Updated on Thursday, 22 April 2010 02:21 Written by External Post Thursday, 22 April 2010 02:21

CWmike writes ‘Advocacy group Consumer Watchdog called on the DOJ to launch a broad antitrust investigation into Google’s search and advertising practices and consider a wide array of penalties, including possibly breaking the company up (pdf). The
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WW2 Distinguished Service Medal Group for Lichfield Auction

Last Updated on Wednesday, 21 April 2010 12:23 Written by a2e Wednesday, 21 April 2010 12:23

A WW2 naval hero’s medal group including the coveted Distinguished Service Medal are to appear at auction on 27th April. The Distinguished Service Medal was awarded to Petty Officers and ratings of the Royal Navy, (amongst others) for acts of bravery in the face of the enemy.

The group of seven medals were awarded to Petty Officer William Allanson. Allanson was born in Islington London on 16th November 1919. He enlisted as a boy in 1934 spending most of his war service in submarines. At the outbreak of WW2 he was serving with the China submarine Flotilla of the far eastern fleet on H.M Submarine Rainbow. He also served amongst others H.M. Submarine Phoenix, Perseus, Tetrach, Rorqual and Sickle. He was mentioned in the London Gazette supplement 27th July 1943 for the part he played in the hazardous and successful patrol of H.M. Submarine Sickle in the Mediterranean. On the 12th June 1944 Acting Chief Petty Officer Allanson was in hospital recuperating from injuries when Sickle was presumed sunk by mines in the Antikithera Channel with no survivors.

The group includes photocopies of service, original documentation confirming the DSM and attending the presentation of medals at Buckingham Palace. A photograph album shows many of the submarines in which he served. He was invalided out of service 1st November 1945.

Discovered on a valuation day when the local vendor brought them in, the group carries a £1,200-1,500 estimate at Richard Winterton’s Collectors Sale on 27th April. Free medal valuation days are held at the Lichfield Auction Centre on Tuesdays from 10am to 12midday. Phone 01543 251081 for further information.

www.richardwinterton.co.uk

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Spectrum Auction Group Appoints New Chief Financial Officer

Last Updated on Wednesday, 14 April 2010 11:40 Written by a2e Wednesday, 14 April 2010 11:40

Spectrum Group International, Inc. announced that it has appointed Paul Soth as its Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President, effective immediately.

Mr. Soth, aged 51, served as Director of Income Tax Processes and Systems for Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc. from August 2009 until April 2010, and as Corporate Controller and Tax Manager for Fontainebleau Resorts from August 2006 to May 2009. Mr. Soth also served as Tax Manager of Mandalay Resort Group from August 1999 to April 2005. Mr. Soth graduated from California State University, San Marcos, with a B.S. in Business Administration — Accounting, and is completing his M.S. in Accountancy from the University of Phoenix.

Thor Gjerdrum, who served as Chief Financial Officer of the Company since June 2008, will return to A-Mark Precious Metals on a full-time basis, serving as Chief Financial Officer of A-Mark and focusing on the commercial aspects of the Company’s trading business, particularly its financing operations.

Spectrum Group is a consolidated global collectibles network. The Company is a leading auctioneer of stamps, coins, rare and fine vintage wine, and arms, armor and militaria, targeting both collectors and dealers. Spectrum is also a merchant/dealer of certain collectibles and trader of precious metals. The Company’s collectibles offerings span the modest to ultra high-end price spectrum.

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